 | BY CHAD CALDER | Staff writer |
Good morning and thanks for joining us. Here are some of today's top headlines.
Weathering Francine: Louisiana’s insurance industry should be able to handle Hurricane Francine, a rare break from other storms that have sent premiums soaring and forced companies to leave the market. Stephanie Riegel has the story.
Man shot in standoff: Jefferson Parish Sheriff's deputies shot and killed a man in Marrero Tuesday after a six-hour standoff. Michelle Hunter has this report.
Pastor on trial: On the northshore, Slidell Pastor John Raymond is on trial for allegedly taping the mouths of three private school students shut and administering corporal punishment without permission from their parents. Alex Lubben has the details.
Thanks for reading. Check back for more news, entertainment and sports from The Times-Picayune. Chad | 
